HB329T

GREAT item - turns your ipad into a laptop! It’s very hard wearing, feels very robust, and if anything goes wrong with it (as did with mine after just about a year of pretty intensive use), so long as it’s still within the two year warranty they’ll have a new one over to you within a couple of days. Very recommended

I have owned an iPad since 2018. It and I are inseparable. Now, I have a new iPad, so it got a new Artek that fit the 11th gen model. Early on, I bought an Artek aluminum folio with BT keyboard and I’ve never looked back. In fact, I’ve owned two with the previous iPad. Essentially, the Artek turns my iPad into a small laptop. The aluminum case provides great protection (survived multiple drops), ease of use as an iPad holder plus option of using either keyboard or touch screen. The keyboard battery lasts a long time, and as long as you don’t turn the keyboard off or run out of battery, re-pairing isn’t needed. This latest version of the Artek overcomes the two drawbacks of previous versions: 1) there is now an on/off button near the USB-C charging port with indicators as to whether the BT is charged, and 2) a second blue light connectivity indicator tells you when you can pair your keyboard with the iPad. Previously, I always had to refer to the instructions to find the key sequence that enters pairing mode, but now, it’s on the keys and near the light. I’d like to note that the keyboard doesn’t feel cramped with the new iPad that is physically larger. Full-size keys are a joy. Some have complained about the case not fitting an 11th Gen iPad, but it certainly does. HOWEVER, you have to insert the deeper channel side (eg, the side next to the keyboard) first, then snap the upper edges into place. The tight corners ensure that the iPad is held snugly. I should also note that the “screen side” is held to the keyboard by magnetized metal prongs that will detach if you want it to. Overall, the build quality is excellent. I highly recommend this product for the 11th gen iPad.

It arrived today and quickly charged. It’s a bit on the heavier side but not a bad thing for me. I wanted a keyboard case/folio that was not only functional but would also protect my IPad. I feel like this will do just that. The keys are light to touch but do not feel cheaply made. When I type it makes the sound of typing on a standard keyboard, IYKYK :-) The instructions To connect are very straightforward and easy to understand. It mentioned that it could potentially interrupt the WiFi and/or Bluetooth, so far I have not had a problem and hope it stays that way. I bought another brand last year when i got my IPad and waited until I found another one that would be better but not break the bank. I’m happy with this purchase.

Fantastic service from the Arteck customer team when my keyboard case stopped working. An email to them and four days later I had a new keyboard case as the old one was still in warranty. It’s a great keyboard which turns my iPad into a mini laptop. It’s well made with a great battery life and recharges within two hours. Recommended!

Good quality. Feels good. Long battery life. Connect really quickly and slim.